Class : XI

Questions for interviewing mother

Section 1: Personal Background

1. Can you tell me a little about yourself and your family?
2. What kind of upbringing did you have in your own childhood home?
3. How did your parents divide responsibilities when you were growing up?
4. Who inspired you most in your family when you were young?
5. What expectations did your family have for you before marriage?
6. How did your ideas about being a mother change once you became one?
7. What values from your parents’ home do you still follow today?
8. How do you think your childhood prepared you for motherhood?
9. Did your mother talk to you about what it means to manage a family?
10. How do you compare the respect mothers received in your childhood to today?

Section 2: Daily Life and Responsibilities

1. How would you describe your daily routine at home?
2. What are the main responsibilities you handle every day?
3. How do you balance household duties with personal time or work outside the home?
4. What is the first thing you do when you wake up each morning?
5. Which household chore do you find most tiring and why?
6. Do you get help from family members for household work?
7. How do you manage when you fall sick or feel tired?
8. How do you plan meals or manage the kitchen daily?
9. How do you make sure every family member feels cared for?
10. What does an ideal “family day” look like for you?

Section 3: Appreciation and Recognition

1. Do you feel that your family members recognize and appreciate the work you do at home?
2. How often do you hear words of appreciation or gratitude from your family?
3. What kind of gestures make you feel valued or respected by your family?
4. Do you think people realize how much emotional and physical effort goes into a mother’s role?
5. What small gestures from your family make you feel truly loved?
6. How do you celebrate your own achievements, big or small?
7. How do you feel when your children express gratitude or love openly?
8. What do you do when you feel unappreciated?
9. Do you think mothers get enough emotional rest?
10. What changes could make mothers’ lives less stressful?

Section 4: Decision-Making and Family Dynamics

1. Are you included in important family decisions such as finances or children’s education?
2. Do you feel your opinions are respected by other family members?
3. How do you handle disagreements or conflicts at home?
4. How do you maintain communication among all family members?
5. Do you find it easy to share your feelings with your family?
6. How do you handle misunderstandings with your children or spouse?
7. Have you ever felt emotionally neglected or unheard at home?
8. How do you create a positive atmosphere at home?
9. How do you teach your children to express gratitude?
10. How do you comfort your family members when they are upset?

Section 5: Modern Challenges and Changes

1. How has the role of a mother changed from your mother’s generation to yours?
2. What are the biggest challenges you face as a mother today?
3. Do you get enough support from your spouse, children, or extended family?
4. How has modern technology or social media affected family relationships and your role at home?
5. Do you think the role of mothers is still underestimated in society?
6. How have gender roles within families changed in recent years?
7. Do you think housework should be shared equally among all family members?
8. Have you ever faced criticism for being a working or stay-at-home mother?
9. What do you think society can do to value domestic work better?
10. How would you like to see the role of mothers evolve in the next decade?

Section 6: Stress, Balance, and Motivation

1. How do you manage stress while handling multiple duties?
2. What helps you stay motivated on difficult days?
 3. How do you manage time between personal and family needs?
4. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by expectations from family?
5. How do you take care of your health and mental well-being?
6. Do you ever wish you had more “me time”?
7. How do you find time for yourself amidst all your responsibilities?
8. What activities make you feel happy or relaxed?
9. If you had more free time, what would you love to do for yourself?
10. How do you regain your energy when you feel emotionally drained?
Section 7: Parenting and Values
1. What qualities do you try to instil most in your children?
2. How do you discipline your children when they make mistakes?
3. How do you balance being friendly and being firm as a parent?
4. What kind of relationship do you hope to have with your children as they grow older?
5. How do you teach your children about respecting women and mothers?
6. How do you handle situations when your children disagree with you?
7. What makes you proud as a mother?
8. How do you encourage independence in your children?
9. How important is education in your parenting approach?
10. How do you teach your children empathy and gratitude?

Section 8: Society and Perception

1. How do relatives or neighbours treat you as a mother or homemaker?
2. Do you think society judges mothers too harshly?
3. How can schools help students value their mothers more?
4. Do you think festivals or celebrations fairly represent mothers’ contributions?
5. What message would you like to give to young husbands or fathers?
6. How do you feel about the celebration of Mother’s Day?
7. What does respect from society mean to you?
8. How do you react when people undervalue stay-at-home mothers?
9. What do you wish others would understand about motherhood?
10. Do you think motherhood limits or enhances personal freedom?
Section 9: Identity, Dreams, and Self-Expression
1. What dreams or goals do you still want to achieve for yourself?
2. Do you feel you’ve been able to express your individuality within the family?
3. How do you define success as a mother and as a woman?
4. What hobbies or talents would you like to pursue more?
5. How has motherhood changed your personality or outlook?
6. Do you feel confident voicing your opinions in family discussions?
7. What personal sacrifices have you made for your family?
8. What does “self-love” mean to you as a mother?
9. How do you wish your children will describe you to others?
10. In one line, how would you like your family to remember or describe you?
Section 10: Reflections and Hopes
1. How do you think mothers can support each other in today’s world?
2. What advice would you give to new mothers?
3. What traditions do you want to pass down to your children?
4. What do you want your children to remember about your parenting style?
5. How do you see your role changing as your children grow older?
6. What kind of relationship do you hope to have with your future grandchildren?
7. If you could change one thing about how families treat mothers, what would it be?
8. What makes motherhood most rewarding for you?
9. What do you think mothers need most from their families?
10. What lessons have you learned about patience and love through motherhood?
11. How has motherhood helped you grow as a person?
12. If given a chance, would you live your life any differently?
13. What do you think the world would be like if mothers ran it?
14. What song, quote, or proverb best describes your life as a mother?
15. How do you celebrate your role on Mother’s Day or other occasions?
16. What message do you wish to give to your family through this interview?
17. How can children show daily gratitude to their mothers?
18. What do you think is the most misunderstood aspect of being a mother?
19. What advice would you give to young people about respecting and understanding their mothers?
20. What message would you like to give to other mothers?
21. In one sentence, what does being a mother truly mean to you?